Edinburgh and Scarlets had to share the points from what was ultimately a more disappointing 20-20 draw for the Welsh team, who dominated the first half at Murrayfield last night.

Scarlets put Edinburgh on the back foot after Harry Robinson scored the opening try in less than one minute. The second followed by Liam Williams in the first half - both converted by Rhys Priestland, who also added a penalty.

In a more balanced second half, Priestland and Heathcote exchanged penalties before replacement Edinburgh centre Phil Burleigh grabbed a try.

It was converted by Heathcote who could not win the game with a penalty from a foot inside the Scarlets' half.

The second half also began badly for Edinburgh.

However, in the 50th minute, Heathcote narrowed the gap with his second penalty.

Scarlets had lost some of their zip by this stage and the game settled largely in midfield as the Edinburgh line out continued to misfire.

The pendulum swung Edinburgh's way in the 72 minute.

With John Barclay sent to the sin bin, a driven line-out saw the ball released to Burleigh, who barged over. Heathcote's conversion tied the scores.

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The Scarlets were denied victory in their first game of the PRO12 season, as Ulster grabbed a late try to draw 32-32 in Llanelli.

First half tries from Harry Robinson, Rory Pitman and Gareth Davies put the Scarlets comfortably ahead at the break, and they extended their lead to 27-15 with another Rhys Priestland penalty.

Scrum half Gareth Davies got his second try to earn the Scarlets a bonus point, but the Llanelli side were down to 14 men in the closing minutes after Liam Williams was shown a second yellow card - and Ulster made them pay.

Andrew Trimble crossed the line with just a minute to play and Ian Humphreys' conversion levelled the scores at the Parc y Scarlets.

Bristol have signed centre Gareth Maule from the Scarlets in time for the new Championship season.

Wales Under 20 cap Maule played over 100 times for the Scarlets and also had stints at Newport Gwent Dragons, Ebbw Vale, Newport RFC and Cross Keys.

I depart with some invaluable memories, gathered in my years with this special club and feel honoured to have worn the famous Scarlet jersey on so many occasions and to join the list of centurions is something that makes me immensely proud. Being able to be part of so many memorable occasions and huge fixtures was a huge privilege.

A special mention must go to the supporters. From the day I arrived I felt welcome and was quick to realise that the Scarlets has its very own style and the fans are no different!

The Scarlets have withstood a late Connacht fightback to get a bonus point win in the Pro12 this afternoon. Tries from Jonathan Davies and Josh Turnbull, and two touchdowns from Gareth Davies and helped seal the victory.